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Registered Veterinary Nurse - General (12 Month FTC)

Bath Veterinary Group, Rosemary Lodge Veterinary Hospital, Bath, South West

Discipline: General

Full Time

Up to £31,054 (pro-rata)

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We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly referral team on a 12-month Fixed Term basis.

About the Role


The successful candidate will work closely with our skilled medical and surgical teams, as well as visiting specialists in ophthalmology and cardiology, to deliver advanced patient care.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic environment equipped with cutting-edge facilities, including on-site CT, MRI, digital radiography, arthroscopy, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and in-house diagnostics. It’s a fantastic chance to enhance your expertise and develop your skills while playing a key role in providing outstanding care for our patients.

Who we are


Rosemary Lodge Veterinary Hospital, located on the outskirts of the beautiful city of Bath, offers the perfect blend of city life and tranquil countryside. With easy access to local attractions and scenic surroundings, it’s an inspiring place to grow your career.
At our practice, supporting the growth and development of our nurses is one of our core values. With a dedicated team of eight nurses, we foster an environment that promotes learning, collaboration, and professional advancement. Our nurses actively participate in lunch and learn sessions, engaging in discussions across various veterinary nursing topics. They also attend industry congresses, gaining valuable insights and sharing their experiences to enrich the entire team.

Qualities we seek


We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Veterinary Nurse with excellent attention to detail to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who takes initiative and is committed to providing exceptional care for our animal patients. While prior experience in a hospital or referral setting is beneficial, it is not a requirement—we are looking for someone with enthusiasm, commitment, and a genuine passion for veterinary care.

Working hours

 
This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week. We offer flexibility with working either four longer days or five shorter days per week. There is a 1:7 on-call weekend rota, only one bank holiday per year, and no night duties, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
 

Why Join Us?


Joining Rosemary Lodge means being part of a supportive, well-resourced environment that prioritises staff wellbeing. Alongside a competitive base salary of up to £31,054 per annum, you will benefit from:

Work-life balance


  • 6.6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
  • Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

  • Wellbeing


  • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
  • Private medical insurance
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
  • Non-accidental injury support

  • Development


  • CPD allowance paid pro-rata
  • Certificate support
  • Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
  • Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
  • All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
  • Infection Prevention and Control Programme
  • Quality Improvement Programme

  • Professional memberships


  • VDS cover
  • RCVS fees

  • Additional


  • Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
  • Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
  • Discounted staff pet care

  • At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
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    Bath Veterinary Group, Rosemary Lodge Veterinary Hospital

    Rosemary Lodge, Wellsway, Bath, BA2 5RL, United Kingdom

    Animals treated

    Small animals

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    Any questions before applying?

    Speak to Bethany Baker from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

    Talent Executive

    Bethany Baker

    bethany.baker@ivcevidensia.com